Nano and Cell Mechanics: Fundamentals and Frontiers

Highlights current trends in nano and cell mechanics with contributions from leading experts Nano and Cell Mechanics presents current trends in nano and cell mechanics in chapters contributed by distinguished and prominent investigators in the area of mechanics. It provides a review of mechanics applied to the broader fields of materials, electronic devices, energy and medicine. Nano and Cell Mechanics: Is a comprehensive and detailed reference for the applied mechanics community, consisting of contributions from leaders in the field. Presents current trends in the emerging areas of nano and cell mechanics. Covers 'hot' topics of protein mechanics and hydrophobic surfaces. Addresses the state-of art modelling and experimental characterization. Nano and Cell Mechanics is the primary point of reference for researchers and practising engineers and a text for advanced students.